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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And now, Lord, what wait I for?.... Look for, or expect, in this view of things? not long life, since the days of man…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
And now, Lord, what wait I for? - From the consideration of a vain world - of the fruitless efforts of man - of what so…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Psalms 39:7-13
The psalmist, having meditated on the shortness and uncertainty of life, and the vanity and vexation of spirit that…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921Psalms 39:7-9
Man's life being thus transient, and earthly treasures thus deceitful, the Psalmist turns to God, as the one sure stay…
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